Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department modify an existing contract with GPD Group for the Alkire Park Improvements - Phase 1 Design Project. The modification amount being authorized by this ordinance is $13,600.00.
In 2007, the Columbus Recreation and Parks Department acquired 110 acres of former farmland on the City's east side, near the Village of Galloway. The property is located within the Big Darby Tier One Environmental Preservation area. It is considered a key preservation site for the watershed on the boundary of Columbus and the Big Darby Creek. As part of the acquisition, 25 acres of land was set aside for a future neighborhood park for Columbus residents in the Laurel Greene and Southwest Airport neighborhoods.
This design contract for Alkire Road Park includes producing all bidding and construction documents necessary to build out phase 1 of the master plan for Alkire Park. Phase 1 includes site earthwork, demolition, utilities, hardscapes, structures, landscaping, playground improvements, and site furnishings.
A modification for this contract is needed to complete the detailed design phase and furnish complete construction documents for bidding due to the unanticipated permitting requirements from Franklin County and Prairie Township, causing the need to increase the consultant's contract amount.
Principal Parties:
Glaus, Pyle, Schomer, Burns, and Dehaven DBA GPD Group
1801 Watermark Drive, Suite 210
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Jeff Evans, PE, 614-210-0751
Contract Compliance Number: 006560
Contract Compliance Expiration Date: May 24, 2025
Emergency Justification: Emergency action is requested to ensure that the design is completed by fall 2023 so that construction stays on schedule, minimizing the impact of supply chain issues and escal...
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